Dell SonicWALL NSA 5600 User manual

Getting Started Guide
Dell SonicWALL Network Security Appliances
NETWORK SECURITY NSA 5600 / 4600 / 3600

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Notes, Cautions, and Warnings
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In this Guide
The Dell SonicWALL NSA 5600/4600/3600 appliances are designed to be the most scalable, reliable, and best performing multifunction
appliances in their class.
This Getting Started Guide provides instructions for basic installation and configuration of the Dell SonicWALL NSA 5600/4600/3600.
Chapter 1 Sections Include
Introduction to the NSA Appliances, page 5 •NSA 5600/4600/3600 Package Contents, page 6
•The Front Panel, page 7
•The Back Panel, page 8
•Using this Getting Started Guide, page 9
•Using MySonicWALL, page 10
•Creating a MySonicWALL Account, page 10
Chapter 2 Sections Include
Configuring the Appliance, page 11 •Determining the WAN Type, page 12
•System Requirements, page 12
•Recording Configuration Information, page 13
•Initial Setup, page 14
•Troubleshooting & Testing Your Connections, page 17

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Additional Information
The following sections provide addition information for the Dell SonicWALL NSA 5600/4600/3600 appliances.
•Support and Training Options, page 41
•Rack Mounting Instructions, page 45
•Product Safety and Regulatory Information, page 51
Chapter 3 Sections Include
Registering, Licensing, and Upgrading, page 19 •Registering Overview, page 20
•Registering in SonicOS, page 20
•Alternative Registration Options, page 21
•Security Services and Software, page 22
•Activating & Managing Licenses Using MySonicWALL, page 23
•Upgrading Firmware, page 24
Chapter 4 Sections Include
Deployment Scenarios, page 27 •Advanced Deployment Scenarios, page 28
•Configuring NAT Mode Gateway, page 32
•Configuring a Stateful HA Pair, page 33
•Configuring L2 Bridge Mode, page 39

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Introduction to the NSA Appliances
In this Section:
This section describes the items shipped with the Dell SonicWALL NSA 5600/4600/3600 appliance, provides front and rear illustrations of
the NSA appliance, and explains how to create a MySonicWALL account.
•NSA 5600/4600/3600 Package Contents, page 6
•The Front Panel, page 7
•The Back Panel, page 8
•Using this Getting Started Guide, page 9
•Using MySonicWALL, page 10
•Creating a MySonicWALL Account, page 10
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6| NSA 5600/4600/3600 Package Contents
NSA 5600/4600/3600 Package Contents
Before you begin the setup process, verify that your package contains the following items:
1. One Dell SonicWALL NSA 5600/4600/3600 appliance
2. One Rack Mounting Kit
3. One serial CLI cable
4. One Ethernet cable
5. One power cord*
6. One Dell SonicWALL NSA 5600/4600/3600 Getting Started Guide
*The included power cord is approved for use only in specific countries or regions. Before using a power cord, verify that it is rated and approved for use in your location. The
power cord is for AC mains installation only. See Safety and Regulatory Information for more information.
Missing Items? If any items are missing from your package, contact Dell SonicWALL Support:
Web: http://www.sonicwall.com/us/Support.html
Email: [email protected]
Getting Started Guide
Dell SonicWALL Network Security Appliance
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CONSOLE
SDHC
MGMT
X17
X16 X14 X12 X10 X8 X6 X4
1GE
10GE
X2 X0
X1X3X5X7
X9X11X13X15
M0
ALARM
TEST
PWR

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The Front Panel
SonicWALL NSA 5600
CONSOLE
SDHC
MGMT
X17
X16 X14 X12 X10 X8 X6 X4
1GE
10GE
X2 X0
X1X3X5X7
X9X11X13X15
ALARM
M0
TEST
PWR
Console Port
USB Ports (2)
Reset Button
LED Indicators
Management Port
X0-X11 (1 GE)
Access the SonicOS Command Line
Interface (CLI) via the enclosed serial
CLI cable
For 3G/4G/Analog modem adaptor support
Press and hold for several seconds to
set the appliance into Safe Mode. High-speed copper
Gigabit Ethernet ports
Power: Blue: Indicates power supply is operating correctly
Yellow: Indicates power supply is disconnected
Test: Quick Blinking Yellow: Initializing
Slow Blinking Yellow: SafeMode
Solid Yellow: Test mode
Alarm: Indicates alarm activity in Red LED
M0: Indicates Expansion Module 0 activity in Red LED
1 Gigabit Ethernet Management Interface
SDHC Port
Secure Digital High-Capacity (SDHC)
port for future use
X12-X15 (1 GE SFP)
X16-X17 (10 GE SFP+)
1 Gigabit Ethernet hot-pluggable
SFP interfaces for high-speed fiber or
copper Ethernet communication
10 Gigabit Ethernet hot-pluggable ports

8| The Back Panel
The Back Panel
Note: See the Safety and Regulatory Information section, on page 52 for important additional information on power supply
requirements for the Dell SonicWALL NSA 5600/4600/3600 appliance.
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Expansion Bay
Fans (2)
Power Supply
For Dell SonicWALL-approved
expansion modules
Dual auto-throttling fans for system
temperature control
Provides power to the Dell SonicWALL
appliance by plugging in the AC adaptor and
switching the appliance on